Cloud Authentication
The latest Cloud Authentication coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
nOAuth Vulnerability in Microsoft Entra: Critical Risks & Security Fixes
Microsoft's Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) has become the backbone of enterprise cloud security, but the discovery of the nOAuth vulnerability exposes critical gaps in its authentication framework....
Duo MFA + AD FS integration guide for Windows Server 2016+ now live.
Microsoft Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS) has long been a trusted solution for organizations implementing single sign-on (SSO) and secure access to web applications. When paired with Duo...
Microsoft 365 MFA Outages: Causes, Impact, and How to Strengthen Cloud Security
Recent Microsoft 365 multi-factor authentication (MFA) outages have sent shockwaves through enterprise IT departments, exposing critical vulnerabilities in cloud identity management systems. The...
Microsoft 365 Authentication Outage June 2025: Root Causes, Business Impact & Recovery Steps
On June 13, 2025, Microsoft 365 users across Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa were hit by a widespread authentication outage that lasted nearly 8 hours, marking one of the most...
UNK_SneakyStrike: How Hackers Weaponize Cloud Security Tools to Breach 80,000+ Accounts
A sophisticated cyberattack campaign dubbed UNK_SneakyStrike has exposed a chilling new trend in cloud security breaches—hackers are now weaponizing legitimate penetration testing tools and cloud...
Secure Azure Managed Identities: Key Practices to Prevent Abuse
Introduction Azure Managed Identities (MIs) have revolutionized the way applications authenticate to Azure services by eliminating the need for developers to manage credentials directly. By providing...
Cookie-Bite Attacks: How Malicious Browser Extensions Hijack Cloud Sessions
In the shadows of your browser, where convenient extensions promise productivity and customization, a new breed of cyber threat is silently feasting on the keys to your cloud kingdom. Security...
Massive Botnet Exploits Microsoft 365 Vulnerabilities in Large-Scale Password Spraying Attacks
Overview A sophisticated cyber threat has emerged, involving a botnet comprising over 130,000 compromised devices. This botnet is executing large-scale password spraying attacks targeting Microsoft...
Cookie Bite Attack: New Threat to Microsoft 365 Security Explained
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, a new threat has emerged that targets one of the most widely used productivity suites in the world: Microsoft 365. Dubbed the "Cookie Bite Attack,"...
Microsoft to Retire Service Principal-Less Authentication in Entra ID by 2026
Microsoft has announced a significant shift in its identity and access management strategy, revealing plans to retire service principal-less authentication for Microsoft Entra ID by 2026. This move...
AI Modernization and Cloud Migration Expand Cyberattack Risks in Windows Environments
The relentless hum of servers in a data center might seem like the heartbeat of modern business, but increasingly, it’s also the sound of a battlefield. As organizations race to embrace AI...
Managed Identities Now Serve as Federated Credentials in Microsoft Entra GA
Introduction Microsoft has recently announced the general availability of using managed identities as federated identity credentials within Microsoft Entra. This development marks a significant...